2003 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Borrego (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Crown | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Crown | Borrego |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |